Today's title is from Sun Zi’s ancient classic “
The Art
of War” and refers to getting everything you need, relatively effortlessly
from one source. With that in mind this seems a perfect time to tell you what
we do; especially since we have already begun the New Chinese year of the
Water Snake,
click for annual predictions.
Now you might think that the New Year begins on Sunday 10th
February, as is already well publicised; but like Easter that is a LUNAR
FESTIVAL. As such, it is always celebrated on the 2nd new moon after
the winter solstice and can occur at any time within 30 days from January 19th.
If you are born within this 30 day period you are probably
confused as to which Chinese animal sign you have, as one source says this and
another… something else. Let me therefore tell you that professionally we use the
solar cycle which begins around February 4th annually, as this provides
much clearer and more accurate results.
There are other systems of Chinese astrology which do use
the lunar calendar, but Ba Zi or Four Pillars of Destiny is not one of them. As
an example a child born today will be born in a Water Snake year, even though the
New Year festival happens next Sunday.
On the subject of which animal sign you have, we actually all
have 4 of them, each one influencing 15 years of our life and when we get to age
60, we begin again. The annual Chinese animal
sign really only governs your childhood environment and of more importance is the
day, then the month of birth. The hour tells us the position of the Sun at the time
of birth and also has great significance.
The Chinese animal signs are each given an element, which is
actually an additional and different source of energy, known as a Heavenly Stem.
This refers to light and solar energy, whilst the energy of the zodiac animal sign
represents the local environmental influence. Analysing the elemental relationship between
these 2 aspects or “pillar” shows the effects on our horoscopes and
environments.
Why use Chinese astrology
in feng shui?
If you are reading this, you already know the power and
effect of feng shui, in terms of tapping into the local vibrant energy to
enhance your life. At the same time avoiding decaying energy which will cause
stress and loss. This is known as balancing energy in our homes and offices,
This feels great but it’s general and not specific enough. However,
when we use Chinese astrology we can calibrate individuals, family or groups
needs to create the perfect atmosphere for their goals. For example,
that can be peace and harmony in a home, or an inspiring, exciting and more efficient
atmosphere in an office. Further by using Chinese astrology we can add the time
aspect and work out the perfect timings for events for anything from weddings and
parties to product launches or production schedules. See our recent article on the
latest James Bond film
Skyfall.
By using Chinese astrology we add the time
aspect to feng shui which ensures that all of our clients enjoy continuous and
optimal feng shui results. In a professional reading, we can also advise clients
on when to make important decisions based on their trends, tendencies, likes, dislikes,
compatibility and where, when and even with whom fulfilment can be found.
This is when the
Four
Pillars of Destiny comes into its own and why we need to follow the annual,
(
Water Snake)
monthly (
Wood Tiger)
and daily (
Water
Tiger) influences into account.
So, there you go the proverbial cat is out of the bag, today's
title “Tiger at the water hole” was inspired by it being a Water Tiger day. Mind
you the energetic relationship between these two aspects of Water and Tiger
(wood) represents intelligence, strategy and forward planning. Hopefully our own
interpretations and the daily recommendations translated from the Chinese almanac
provide this service.
Today's most suitable activities are therefore visiting
friends, getting engaged,
having an
astrology reading,
opening
a business signing contracts, trading,
collecting debts,
refurbishing
a home or office,
fixing
a roof,
buying
or setting direction for your bed, hunting and setting up a tombstone. Whilst
drilling a well, laying foundations or meditating is inadvisable.
So this blog places you at the proverbial water hole where
all events can be reviewed and agreed before taking action. If you feel this
service may be of interest to others please pass it onto them and feel free to
follow us on our daily blog, Twitter or Facebook. We will return tomorrow on a
Water Rabbit
day, until then, enjoy every moment of NOW!
Finn & Slim Shooey
